Hardik Pandya and Shikhar Dhawan power India to a series win against Australia

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Hardik Pandya and Shikhar Dhawan power India to a series win against Australia in the second encounter.

Men in Blues carrying the winning momentum to a second game of the three-match Twenty20 Internationals series between Australia and India, as the visitor thrashed the home team by six wickets.

Hardik Pandya and Shikhar Dhawan power India to a series win against Australia with one game to spare. Virat Kohli and Co. have never lost any T20I away series since February 2019. This is India’s straight 10th T20I victory.

Earlier, India won the toss and elected to bowl first.

Australia Innings:

The decision of inviting the opponents to bat first looked unusual as a stand-in Australian skipper made the hell out of Indian bowlers in the powerplay. Wade banged on to score a brilliant half-century inside 7 overs.

However, he got out after Virat dropped a simple catch but in retaliation, he got run out due to the misunderstanding with Steve Smith at another end. Steve Smith continued to shine with the bat as he scored 46 runs from 38 balls.

However, Indian bowlers were successful in giving breakthroughs on regular occasions. At the end of the 1st innings, Moises Henriques and Marcus Stoinis propelled Australia to a heavy total in 20 overs.

Australia managed to get to 194 runs in 20 overs as Mathew Wade and Steve Smith shines with the bat.

For India young sensation T. Natarajan picked two scalps while Chahal and Thakur got one each.

India Innings:

To counter the mammoth total against Australia, India got a perfect start with openers KL Rahul and Shikhar Dhawan. Andrew Tye got Rahul in the 6th over of the innings with a ball-carrying top edge.

Shikhar Dhawan and skipper Virat Kohli shared a match-winning partnership to set a tone for the rest of the overs. Dhawan got out 52 short just after completing his half-century.

Virat Kohli then picked some of the fancy shorts to propel through the huge total but was caught behind with a flying catch off Danial Sams.

Hardik Pandya took complete charge of the innings, finishing the game with consecutive sixes with two balls to spare.

Pandya scored 42 runs off just 22 balls which includes 3 boundaries and 2 maximums. With the win, India sealed the series with an undefendable 2-0 lead against Australia.

The 3rd and final T20I will be at the same venue on 08th December, Tuesday.

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South Africa vs England 1st ODI called off due to Covid Threat

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South Africa vs England 1st ODI called off due to Covid Threat.

South Africa vs England 1st ODI: The first ODI between SOouth Africa and England was called off due to the increasing Covid-19 threat. Reportedly two of the staff members from the visitor’s hotel tested positive after the PCR tests held on Saturday.

A decision is yet to be confirmed whether two remaining ODIs will be played or not on Monday and Wednesday.

1st ODI fixture between South Africa and England was initially scheduled for Friday however due to covid threat in South Africa’s camp, it was rescheduled for Sunday. But it looks like nothing is going their way.

Managing Director ECB:

The English players have undergone an additional round of PCR tests on Saturday evening, after two staff members from visitors hotel staff tested positive for the Covid-19 infection,” ECB statement.

In the meantime, ECB awaits for the rectification of those tests results, the decision has been taken to delay the start of today’s One Day International match,” said ECB official.

This is a regretful situation for both sides. But for us, the main concern is our player’s and staff members’ safety. We are in close dialogue with Cricket South Africa on how to deal with the situation. And surely will come forward with better options to carry our further goals,” Managing Director, ECB.

With the two unconfirmed cases of a novel coronavirus, the number goes up to seven in the six-match white ball series. Two of those happening in the host’s camp before the start of the series while five in the bio-secure environment.

General Manager Vineyard Hotel:

At this stage, it is a really disappointing thing to take place. We are still searching how covid infected staff members, as none of them have left the bio-secure environment from 16th November,” Roy Davies, General Manager Vineyard Hotel where the teams are staying.

Our Covid-19 response team is going after all the facts and contact tracing is underway.”

It will be a huge blow for Cricket South Africa if the series get canceled following Covid tensions. South Africa’s future trips might get affected if this happens.

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Australia vs India T20I series: Mitchell Starc to miss the final two T20Is due to Family illness

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Australia vs India T20I series: Mitchell Starc to miss the final two T20Is due to Family illness.

Australia vs India T20I series: The Australian Pacer, Mitchell Starc after learning about his family’s issues pulled out of the remainder of the T20I series against India. The speedster got to know about his family’s illness on Saturday after the first T20I and later he pulled out citing the issue of Family Illness.

Starc looked out of touch in the previous One Day International series against India but returned with 2 crucial wickets in the first T20I game, announcing his arrival.

The 30 years old cricketer suffered a rib niggle in the final ODI and was rested but later started training after getting fit. However, on Saturday he pulled out of the series. Mitchell Starc to miss the final two T20Is due to Family illness.

Australian management supports his decision to stay back with his family in important times and backed him.

There is nothing more important than the family in this world and in this case Mitch is no exception,” Justin Langer in a statement.

We will support him for all the time he needs and welcomes him back with open arms in the squad when he feels the time is right for him and his family.

Australia and India are all set to play its second and third T20I on Sunday and Tuesday.

Injuries Concern for Australia:

However, the historic Border Gavaskar Trophy will begin on 17th December at Adelaide but the participation of the speedster is yet not confirmed.

The Australian side is currently dealing with a spate of injuries. David Warner was already ruled out of the whole white ball series after a groin injury in the second ODI. Ashton Agar is also ruled out of the series. Pat Cummins is given rest from the white ball fixtures to manage the workload.

Australian Skipper after picking up a niggle on his hip is under black clouds for his appearance.

All rounder Marcus Stoinis is also not featuring after sustaining side injury during the first ODI.

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New Zealand took up 1-0, as the hosts beat West Indies by an innings and 134 runs in 1st Test

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New Zealand took up 1-0, as the hosts beat West Indies by an innings and 134 runs in the 1st Test.

The first test between New Zealand and West Indies ended with the hosts taking up a 1-0 lead as New Zealand beat West India by an inning and 134 runs in the 1st Test game of the two-match series. The home side scored 519 runs for seven declared, while West Indies managed to get 138 runs in the first innings. After a huge target, Williamson forced to follow on.

New Zealand imposing 519:

New Zealand after losing the toss, imposed a huge total of 519 runs. Kane Williamson stars with his career-best 251 runs while Tom Latham supported with his 86 runs. Kayle Jamieson also completed his maiden test fifty.

Visitors All Out:

In response to the mammoth total, West Indies could not control the innings as no batsmen managed to cross 30 runs mark in the first innings. As a result, visitors got all out in 138 runs. Tim Southee stars with the ball in the first innings picking 4 scalps.

New Zealand skipper Kane Williamson forced follow on to the visitors, the kiwis were still 381 runs ahead. The second innings after follow-on could only manage to get 247 runs before getting all out.

Williamson led side was in toll to dismiss the West Indies twice in the same day, closing the game with a comfortable win. However, a rearguard partnership from Jermaine Blackwood and Alzari Joseph kept them alive on the third day.

Jermaine Blackwood completed his maiden Test century on the fourth day. Blackwood fell for 104 runs after his counterpart Alzari Joseph was caught in the deep for 86 runs.

West Indies were bowled out for 247 runs after a frustrating partnership from Blackwood and Joseph for 155 runs.

Neil Wagner for New Zealand stars with the ball in the second innings, picking 4 wickets.

Record Win for New Zealand:

This is the record win for New Zealand as they broke their previous best against West Indies. A win of an inning and 104 runs was overshadowed by a win of an innings and 134 runs in the first Test match at  Seddon Park, Hamilton.

This win will bring them closer to the third position in the World Test Championship Points Table. However, a clean sweep will put them in the third position and even at number 2 depending upon the results of India vs Australia.

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South Africa vs England 1st ODI: Match Preview, Prediction, Playing 11, Dream11 Fantasy Tips SA Vs Eng 1st ODI

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South Africa vs England 1st ODI: The postponed 1 ODI between South Africa and England will be played on 06th December. After both, the sides confirmed the news of the postponement of the game due to the covid case. One player from proteas tested positive after the last round test and the match was called off. 

Cricket South Africa confirmed the news by tweeting:

CONFIRMED: Cricket South Africa and @ECB_cricket confirm the postponement of the first #BetwayODI of the three-match series to Sunday, 06 December 2020.

South Africa vs England 1st ODI Match Preview, Playing 11, Dream11 Fantasy:

Match: South Africa vs England 1st ODI

Day/Date: Sunday, 06th December

Time: 1:30 PM (08:00 AM GMT / 10:00 AM LOCAL)

Venue: Boland Park, Paarl

Pitch Report from Boland Park for 1st ODI SA vs Eng:

Talking with reference to the last T20I played here a week ago, it was not a batting paradise. However, this time the track will be different and it will revert back to normal Boland type pitch. A good run chase is expected here.

South Africa vs England Where to watch the Match:

Live Stream: Disney + Hotstar

TV: Sony Six, Sony ESPN (Indian Subcontinent).

South Africa vs England Probable Playing 11:

South Africa:

Quinton de Kock, Jon-Jon Smuts, Rassie van der Dussen, Janneman Malan, Kyle Verreynne, David Miller, George Linde, Andile Phehlukwayo, Lungi Ngidi, Tabraiz Shamsi, Anrich Nortje.

Full Squad:

Quinton de Kock(w/c), Janneman Malan, Temba Bavuma, Rassie van der Dussen, Heinrich Klaasen, David Miller, Andile Phehlukwayo, Keshav Maharaj, Tabraiz Shamsi, Anrich Nortje, Lungi Ngidi, JJ Smuts, Junior Dala, George Linde, Lutho Sipamla, Kyle Verreynne, Glenton Stuurman, Beuran Hendricks.

England:

Jason Roy, Jonny Bairstow, Joe Root, Eoin Morgan, Sam Billings,  Jos Buttler, Moeen Ali, Chris Woakes, Tom Curran,  Adil Rashid, Mark Wood.

Full Squad:

Jason Roy, Jonny Bairstow, Joe Root, Eoin Morgan(c), Jos Buttler(w), Moeen Ali, Chris Woakes, Tom Curran, Adil Rashid, Mark Wood, Reece Topley, Lewis Gregory, Sam Billings, Olly Stone, Liam Livingstone.

South Africa vs England Dream11 Fantasy Tips:

Jonny Bairstow, Quinton de Kock, Joe Root, Eoin Morgan, Rassie van der Dussen, Tom Curran, Andile Phehlukwayo, Anrich Nortje, Chris Woakes, Adil Rashid.

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IPL 2021: BCCI divided into two halves for the induction of two new franchises

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IPL 2021: BCCI divided into two halves for the induction of two new franchises.

IPL 2021, BCCI divided into two halves for the induction of two new franchises, The discussion for the addition of new franchises in IPL has divided the board panel into two groups. Some representatives of the group think the inclusion of the two sides is very much possible, President Sourav Ganguly, Secretary Jay Sah are in favor. However, some think as the time is very less it will be tough for the franchises to jell-in with the existing teams.

The amount of time for the introduction of the new teams for the upcoming season of IPL is too short. Players Auction, Tendering, and keeping stakeholders on the same page is the most important thing. We are of the opinion, inclusion should be shifted to IPL 2020,” a BCCI source said.

Our broadcast rights deal with Star will end by IPL 2021. After the end of the cycle, we should introduce new teams so that the broadcast rights and other commercial partnership values can be increased. The final decision now will be taken in AGM only and according to me the plan to increase teams will be shelved this year“.

BCCI’s broadcasting rights deal with Star will be till IPL 2021. After the end of the contract with the broadcasters, we should introduce new franchises so that the rights and commercial partnership values should be increased. The final call will be on the Annual General Meeting (AGM),” another BCCI official.

Ten franchises mean 94 games in the short window of IPL. This could be hectic for the players as well as the officials. Either the window should be increased or the induction should be done with some rules to reduce the games.

IPL 2021 New Team:

In case the proposal to introduce a new team gets a green signal, Gujrat’s Ahmedabad will be the first city to be called for the addition.

The proposal for the new team will be floated into the AGM meeting, which is scheduled for 24th December. The inclusion will be with the approval from all the representatives from the state associations on 24th December 2020.

Even if two teams are added, Ahmedabad will be the first choice to be added to the roaster, while Kanpur, Lucknow, and Pune remains to be the second.

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Australia vs India: Match Preview, Prediction, Playing 11, Dream11 Fantasy Tips Aus vs Ind 2nd T20I

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Australia vs India 2nd T20I Match Preview: A convincing win from Men In Blue on Friday, 04th December against the Kangaroos placed them in the 1-0 Lead. Virat and Co. would try to win the second encounter to seal the series and keep momentum forward. However, the Aussies will spare no efforts to comeback after two losses against the visitors.

Jadeja’s concussion substitute evoked many experts against the rule, saying this is the misuse of the regulations. Concussion substitute, Yuzvendra Chahal turned the game into the favor of visitors and surely making his comeback to the side.

Australia vs India 2nd T20I Match Preview, Dream11 Prediction, Playing11:

Match: Australia vs India 2nd T20I

Day/Date: Sunday, 06th December 2020

Time: 1:40 PM (08:10 AM GMT / 07:10 PM LOCAL)

Venue: Sydney Cricket Ground, Sydney

Pitch Report from Sydney Cricket Ground:

With the end of the ODI series at Sydney, the surface reacts equally for the batsmen and bowlers. However, the previous series show us that the pitch is likely to get some movement late in the innings.

Batting first in the ground has been fruitful for the side, tempting the skipper of either side bat after winning the toss.

Australia vs India Broadcasting and Telecast:

Live Streaming: Sony Liv (Indian Subcontinent)

TV: Sony Six, Sony Ten1, Sony Ten3, and DD Sports.

Australia vs India Probable Playing 11:

Australia Probable Playing 11:

Aaron Finch (c), D’Arcy Short, Matthew Wade (wk), Steven Smith, Glenn Maxwell, Moises Henriques, Sean Abbott, Mitchell Starc, Mitchell Swepson, Adam Zampa, Josh Hazlewood.

Full Squad Australia:

Aaron Finch(c), Matthew Wade, Steven Smith, Glenn Maxwell, Moises Henriques, Alex Carey(w), Ashton Agar, Sean Abbott, Mitchell Starc, Adam Zampa, Josh Hazlewood, Andrew Tye, Marnus Labuschagne, D Arcy Short, Cameron Green, Daniel Sams, Marcus Stoinis.

India Probable Playing 11:

Shikhar Dhawan, KL Rahul (wk), Virat Kohli (c), Shreyas Iyer, Manish Pandey, Hardik Pandya, Washington Sundar, Deepak Chahar, T Natarajan, Yuzvendra Chahal, Jasprit Bumrah.

Full Squad India:

Shikhar Dhawan, KL Rahul(w), Virat Kohli(c), Shreyas Iyer, Manish Pandey, Hardik Pandya, Ravindra Jadeja, Deepak Chahar, T Natarajan, Jasprit Bumrah, Yuzvendra Chahal, Mayank Agarwal, Sanju Samson, Navdeep Saini, Washington Sundar, Mohammed Shami.

Dream11 Fantasy Tips for 2nd T20I Aus vs Ind:

Aaron Finch, KL Rahul, Steve Smith, Virat Kohli, Sanju Samson, Hardik Pandya, Moises Henriques, Deepak Chahar, Yuzvendra Chahal, T. Natarajan, Mitchell Starc.

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PCB to investigate the Covid Cases in Players after they reached New Zealand

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PCB to investigate the Covid Cases in Players after they reached New Zealand. The Pakistani Board has asked for a probe into the matter of infection. 

After the rise in the cases among the players, PCB to investigate the Covid in the players after they reached New Zealand. The Pakistan Board has issued a notice after as many as 10 Pakistani Players got infected with the virus.

The probe has been launched after some players from the ongoing domestic series- Quaid-e-Azam Trophy complained of cough, fever, and sneezing. However, the medical team and PCB called it a viral infection which might happen due to change in weather conditions.

However, after the tests, those cricketers were found negative in the following  Covid report.

Pakistani Source:

These cricketers were deemed to have a viral infection due to changing weather and laster also tested negative in the COvid-19 reports carried out in Lahore by the board.”

But somehow they tested positive in the tests carried out by the New Zealand officials after reaching Christchurch,” a PCB source said.

He told a few players who complained of cough and fever turned out to be positive once reaching the destination.

However, he also stated that those positive players belong to franchise teams and two provincial teams.

The source also confirmed that the foreign players who played the franchise cricket also undergone Covid tests and is undergoing isolation after coming positive.”

The discarded pacer, “Sohail Tanver” also tested positive after playing franchise cricket and is undergoing self-isolation.

Tanveer after being termed negative in the tests later in LPL, his medical officer advised him to return home to ensure safety and minimize the risk factor for him and the team.

However, the Pakistani Cricket Board (PCB) also faced criticism for sending 35 players including senior and List A players in the commercial flight along with 18 officials.

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3 Players Rajasthan Royals (RR) might release ahead of IPL 2021

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IPL 2021: 3 Players Rajasthan Royals (RR) might release ahead of IPL 2021.

After failing in the must-win games, once again Rajasthan Royals failed to qualify for Playoffs in the thirteenth edition of the Indian T20 League. Despite winning two back to back games on the trot at the start of the season, Rajasthan missed out at the end of the league stages.

Having equipped with world-class overseas players, the Rajasthan-based IPL franchise lacked an Indian core which cost them the tournament. Finishing at the last in the league stage, for one-time title winners is a disappointing performance for the fans.

However, as the 2021 Auction takes place RR will certainly look to get some quality Indian players to establish the core, releasing some players to free up slots for the new signings.

Here is the list of 3 players Rajasthan Royals (RR) might release ahead of IPL 2021.

3 Players Rajasthan Royals (RR) might release ahead of IPL 2021:

#3. Andrew Tye:

Andrew Tye
Andrew Tye | Image – AFP

The expectations from the Australia pacer were high as he emerged as the highest wicket-taker in IPL 2018. However, the speedster failed to create much impact in the recently concluded Indian T20 League.

RR gave Andrew Tye a chance to make an impact but the pacer failed miserably. He conceded 50 runs in just 4 overs given to him. Rajasthan later dropped him from the side for the rest of the season.

With Jofra Archer taking complete control for the pace attack, Tye is unlikely to break into the playing 11. However, IPL has the rule to play just four overseas players, with the likes of Smith, Buttler, Stokes, and Archer, Tye will rarely get a chance.

#2. Jaydev Unadkat:

Jaydev Unadkat
Jaydev Unadkat | Image BCCI/IPL

The premier Indian Pacer got the expensive bid in 2018 IPL where he fetched whopping 11.5 Crore rupees. However, Rajasthan released him ahead of the next season and brought him again at a much cheaper price. Releasing him twice in back to back seasons and bringing him again, the franchise has shown faith in the pacer.

Despite an expensive bid, the pacer could not perform till expectations for RR. In the recently concluded IPL, Jayadev picked four scalps in seven games. The franchise might look for a much better pacer in that price range.

#1. Robin Uthappa:

Robin-Uthappa
Robin-Uthappa

Known as “The Walking Assassin”, Robin Uthappa seems to have off days during the much awaited IPL season. After releasing by Shahrukh Khan owned KKR, Rajasthan brought the Indian batsman to add steel to the middle order.

Playing at the middle order, Uthappa could not make much of it, however he was later given a chance to open. Robin was successful in giving a flying start to the innings but converting it to a big total was still a movie to watch.

In the 12 outings with Rajasthan Royals, Uthappa could only manage mere 196 runs. With the Auctions coming up, RR might release him to pick better and young batsmen to add firepower to the squad.

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South Africa vs England ODI: Match Preview, Dream11 Prediction, Playing 11, Fantasy Tips SA vs Eng 1st ODI

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South Africa vs England 1st ODI: South Africa will take on England for the first match of the three-game series on Friday. De Kock led South Africa will try to end their losing streak. England whitewashed the home side in the three games the T20I series ended on Tuesday.

Morgan led English side will be roaring high in the confidence after a good welcome to the tour. However, the dynamics are changed in the formats, South Africa will leave no stone unmarked for their comeback in the home series.

South Africa vs England ODI Preview, Dream11 Match Prediction, Playing 11:

Match: South Africa vs England 1st ODI

Day/Date: Friday, 04th December 2020

Time: 4:30 PM (11:00 AM GMT / 01:00 PM LOCAL)

Venue: Newlands, Cape Town

Pitch Report from Newlands, Cape Town for the 1st ODI:

Temperature hovering around 25 degrees celsius, the pitch in Newlands will favor the batters ad we have seen in previous encounters. While there will be a bit of assistance for the seamers and spinners all throughout.

South Africa vs England Broadcasting and Telecast:

Live Stream: Disney + Hotstar

TV: Sony Six, Sony ESPN (Indian Subcontinent).

South Africa vs England Playing 11:

South Africa:

Quinton de Kock, Janneman Malan, Jon-Jon Smuts, Rassie van der Dussen, Kyle Verreynne, David Miller, Andile Phehlukwayo, George Linde, Lungi Ngidi, Anrich Nortje, Tabraiz Shamsi.

Full Squad:

Quinton de Kock(w/c), Janneman Malan, Temba Bavuma, Rassie van der Dussen, Heinrich Klaasen, David Miller, Andile Phehlukwayo, Keshav Maharaj, Tabraiz Shamsi, Anrich Nortje, Lungi Ngidi, JJ Smuts, Junior Dala, George Linde, Lutho Sipamla, Kyle Verreynne, Glenton Stuurman, Beuran Hendricks.

England:

Jason Roy, Jonny Bairstow, Joe Root, Eoin Morgan, Jos Buttler, Sam Billings, Moeen Ali, Chris Woakes, Tom Curran, Mark Wood, Adil Rashid.

Full Squad:

Jason Roy, Jonny Bairstow, Joe Root, Eoin Morgan(c), Jos Buttler(w), Moeen Ali, Chris Woakes, Tom Curran, Adil Rashid, Mark Wood, Reece Topley, Lewis Gregory, Sam Billings, Olly Stone, Liam Livingstone.

South Africa vs England Dream11 Fantasy Tips:

Jonny Bairstow, Quinton de Kock, Joe Root, Eoin Morgan, Rassie van der Dussen, Tom Curran, Andile Phehlukwayo, Anrich Nortje, Chris Woakes, Adil Rashid.

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